Breast Implants and Botox

May 15th, 2011

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These are not related and there is no contraindication to getting Botox and filler after a breast augmentation procedure. The chance that one of the injections could lead to an infection is very small and we don´t know if this could potentially affect your implants.

Botox and Dermal Fillers for face 3 weeks after Breast Augmentation.

May 14th, 2011

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There should be no issues with Botox and dermal filler facial treatments 3 weeks after breast augmentation surgery, as long as you are not experiencing any complications following your surgery. Be sure to tell your treating physician about your recent surgery and about any and all medications and supplements you are taking.

Botox Pictures

Injections in early post op period

May 13th, 2011

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I think it is a potential problem and I advise my patients against it. while sterile technique is used during injections otherwise insignificant bacteremia (bacteria in the blodd from injections or teeth cleaning for example) cna lead to not infection but potential biofilm phenomena on the implant surface that may lead to capsular contrature. i ask my pt's to wait 6-8 weeks, the time collagen formation in wounds/capsules is stable. this is relatively new but the data linking biofilms to CC is strong. the weak link is the injection to biofilm connection but why take the chance?

Most surgeons would consider it safe to get Botox and fillers three weeks after breast augmentation.

However, there is a very small chance that one of the injections could lead to an infection, which could potentially affect your implants. The chances of both of these events happening is very small, but the risk does exist.

Here is another thread asking a similar question regarding getting a tattoo after breast augmentation.

This is absolutely not a problem unless you are on a certain antibiotics.

May 12th, 2011

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There are a few contraindications for having BOTOX. One of them is being on certain types of antibiotics. So check with your physician or surgeon before having BOTOX. However, barring this type of issue, there is absolutely no reason to wait. Your treating physician will advise you.

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